In this new series, we ask medical liability leaders to share their perspectives on emerging risks and key issues shaping the industry. Suzanne Blundi is...

A 2026 Medical Liability Benchmark Report from Crittenden Medical Liability found that claims activity has remained stable while overall costs continue to rise. The report,...

A small number of million-dollar medical malpractice claims are having an outsized impact on insurance strategies, even as most indemnity payments remain well below that threshold. A 2026 Crittenden Medical Liability benchmark report found that 70% of survey respondents reported median medical malpractice indemnity payments between $100,000 and $500,000. But claims exceeding $1 million continue to influence underwriting, pricing and risk management decisions. The report, based on survey responses from health care providers, insurers, brokers and legal professionals nationwide, points to...